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PA SB558

PA SB558
Providing for election day and for observance of Election Day as a legal holiday; and imposing a penalty.


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Introduced
04/04/2025
In Committee
04/04/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending Title 38 (Holidays and Observances) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for election day and for observance of Election Day as a legal holiday; and imposing a penalty.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to make Election Day a legal holiday in Pennsylvania, with several key provisions affecting both public and private employers. For public employers like the Commonwealth and municipal corporations, Election Day will be observed as a legal holiday. School districts and counties may choose to observe the holiday. For private employers, the bill mandates that they provide at least two hours of unpaid leave to employees for the purpose of voting on Election Day. Any private employer who fails to provide this voting time will be subject to a civil penalty of at least $1,000, which will be paid to the county board of elections. The bill defines various terms related to elections, including "Election Day" (which covers general, municipal, and primary elections), and gives the Department of State the authority to enforce these provisions and create necessary regulations. The law will take effect 60 days after its passage, providing time for employers and election officials to prepare for the new requirements.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (11)

Last Action

Referred to State Government (on 04/04/2025)

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